Reviews

awesome stick

Came as advertised.Excellent condition,just what i was looking for and wanting,will be ordering some different models. That I like as well,highly recommend.

stickem up

by REB – 30th Jan 2015

Good quality. nicely made. It may be a little on the heavy side. This is definitely for a man,not a woman to use. It would make a good club if needed

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by Your Name – 28th Jan 2015

product arrived on time in hard cardboard tube, wrapped in paper all well protected for shipment.
Stick was as advertised, excellent workmanship and nice finish. Stick is good heavy weight, great natural shape and fits my needs to a tee.
I not only would recommend the company and product, but plan on buying several more for gifts to my son's and some good customers.

Hickory Walking Stick

by Maryland – 21st Jan 2015

Just received my free form hickory walking stick, complete with compass, thermometer, and lee valley spike tip. It's a beauty! Craftmanship is superb and best of all - made in the USA! Can't wait to take it for a walk! Thanks for a great product!

Great Product

by Walter – 13th Jan 2015

This is a good strong walking stick that's naturally beautiful.
Like it very much and would recommend it. Thank you.

Natural and beautiful

by T Thompson – 11th Dec 2014

It was a tough choice with all the beautiful sticks on the website. I researched "hickory" and really liked the strong toughness known to this type of tree -- perfect for my man! :) Asked a question before I ordered and received an answer within an hour. Shipped quickly. Arrived quickly. Came in a sturdy tube and was in perfect condition. Beautiful natural knobs and bends. Perfectly polished. Rugged and beautiful! Very sturdy. Giving as a gift, so I can't speak to functionality, but maybe I'll have to buy my own...I think I will!

I'm Giving It Five Stars, But...

by Guy Smith – 11th Dec 2014

First, let me say I'm giving my Brazos free-form hickory walking stick five stars because 1) I don't want to break a string of well deserved excellent ratings, and 2) this is a beautiful stick and well worth the cost. It's a wonder.

But... When I first removed the stick from the fantastic heavy tube used for shipping, I was agape at the beauty of the wood and the look of the finish. Then, I ran my hand down the length of the shaft and came away with small cuts, and one deep enough to leak blood. The whole length of the shaft was covered in little pieces, or speckles, of whatever finish (varnish?) is used. I put on some heavy leather gloves and ran my hands up, down, and around the walking stick until I couldn't feel any more of the sharp particles. Then, I ran my hand down it again, and again received a cut. Like most of the ones before, it didn't break the skin, but did show that there was still a small problem.

From about half-way down the stick, and on to the bottom, there are lateral cracks, some of them quite deep. Now, I don't know a thing about hickory, and this may be normal. It doesn't detract from the appearance, but it does leave some "edges." A couple of these were sharp, and I couldn't shake the feeling that I was going to get splinters in my hand if I kept rubbing it.. Then, I found a small crater, about one inch long by a little over a 1/4" wide. It was a pit with sides, and one side was actually a cutting edge. I'm sure that's where I drew blood.

In all fairness of Brazos, I haven't contacted them about this, and this review will be their first indication that I had a problem. The reason I've done that is that I've decided to refinish the stick myself (I love this stick) by sanding the shaft by hand using decreasing grits (larger numbers) of sand paper, starting with 60 grit and finishing with 400 grit, until I get a stain finish and the ridges are filled in or filed off. There's also one knot that's very rough and pitted that may require light grinding. I'm then going to finish the stick with tung oil and hard wax to fill any dits or dashes that will be left.

When I'm done with that, I'm going to have a walking stick that's second to none. Thank you, Brazos, for giving me the best start to a #1 walking stick. Love it.

Hickory Walking Stick

by Chuck Smith – 2nd Dec 2014

I received my walking stick in a heavy tube and was well packed. When i opened it i was very pleased with the walking stick. It was very well finished and included the name of the person that worked on it.I thank that person for a job well done. I am very pleased and would recommend getting a walking stick from this supplier .

Wow

by The Rev. Vincent C. Gioieni, STS – 28th Nov 2014

When I ordered the free form hickory walking stick, I knew it would be nice, I just didn't realize how nice. When I took it out, I was simply amazed at the quality of workmanship, how good it felt in my hand, and the fact that it had some heft to it. Brazos uses a heavy carpet style tube for shipping and wraps the sitck in white paper. Both nice touches which will protect the staff from any problems that might occur in transit.

If you're in the market for a traditional wook hiking staff, look no further than Brazos. You won't be disappointed.

Outstanding

by adufault – 18th Nov 2014

It's much more than a stick. Artistically crafted. Absolutely love it. Highly recommend.

Product Description

Hickory is a strong, durable wood that is able to withstand the most strenuous conditions. Its unparalleled strength has made it a wood of choice for tool handles, bows, and baseball bats.

Our Free Form Hickory Walking Stick is made from carefully selected wood that is meticulously cut, sanded, and sprayed with a protective clear coat lacquer to bring out its natural beauty. The finished product is a walking stick that's durable, dependable, and strong. Whether you're trekking through miles of wooded terrain, or walking casually around your neighborhood, the Free Form Hickory Walking Stick is the perfect choice for those seeking timeless, rustic appeal coupled with legendary durability.

The Free Form Hickory Walking Stick can be customized with a quality, liquid-filled compass, and a spike ferrule or combination spike per your choice. The staff -- like all of our walking sticks and canes -- can also be personalized with laser engraving, decorative pewter stars, a Texas State Seal, and a thermometer. The Free Form Hickory Walking Stick comes in one of four sizes: 41-inches (primarily a child's size"), 48-inches, 55-inches, and 58-inches. The staff also comes with a standard rubber ferrule for a firm, secure grip on virtually any surface. For serious hiking, the rubber ferrule can also be upgraded to a spike ferrule or combination spike ferrule per your choice.

Like all of our handcrafted products, the Free Form Hickory Walking Stick is made in the USA by our skilled craftsmen using the highest quality materials and time-tested methods."

Warranty Information

Buy with confidence with our Lifetime Warranty against defects and our 100/100 Satisfaction Guarantee. If you're not 100 percent satisfied, return your stick within 100 days for a full refund of the price of the stick, or exchange your stick for a low flat fee of only $10 plus shipping. Buy risk free with this comprehensive purchase protection plan. The 100/100 Satisfaction Guarantee covers every stick we sell, with the exception of anything listed in our Brazos Bargain section. So buy confidently!